Solar Installation Cost in Portland, OR
Solar Installation in Portland, OR costs a median of $6,750, with the middle 50% of projects between $500 and $6,750. Based on 371 permits filed between June 2001 and November 2021 with City of Portland Bureau of Development Services. Last updated July 6, 2026.
Sourced from 371 building permits on file with the City of Portland. Source: Portland Building Permits.
Types of Solar Installation Work in Portland
| Type | Typical cost | Range | Projects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof Mount | $6,750 | $500 - $80,000 | 346 |
What Most Homeowners Paid
You could save $6,025 on a typical solar PV system in this market by claiming all available federal and state incentives on your tax return.
- Save up to $4,000$0.50 per watt of system size, up to $5,000 totalEstimate based on 8 kW typical residential solar PV system
- Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC)30%
- Oregon Solar + Storage Rebate Program$0.50/W (max $5,000)
- Federal credit applies to systems placed in service through .
Net cost is the median permit value minus the credits above, with each percent credit capped at its statutory maximum. Credits are nonrefundable and require sufficient tax liability to claim. Utility-level rebates are not included. Sources: IRS Form 5695, Oregon Solar + Storage Rebate Program.
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